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- What does "consciousness" mean? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2012 from Jennifer Harvey SallinI talk a lot about consciousness in my practice : “living consciously”, “making the unconscious conscious”, “consciously choosing”, and so on. But what does it all really mean? On one hand, the idea of “consciousness” could seem completely abstract and without any practical implications. ...
Views: 1227 - What does it mean if your mind is always stuck in the past or future? Are you enlightened yet? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2025 from Dada BhagwanIf you find yourself constantly worrying about past events or possible future outcomes, it indicates that you have not yet achieved enlightenment. https://dbf.adalaj.org/pB8I1Au3 One who is enlightened lives in the present moment, without any attachment to the past nor any concern for the ...
Views: 123 - What Does It Mean to ‘Be Calm’ in the Mind - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2023 from santosh krinskyAttaining a deep inner peace in the being is a process that can begin wherever an individual current is in their inner life. For someone just starting out, there is no expectation of some sudden miraculous silencing of the mind (although of course, it is possible). Rather, the initial attempts ...
Views: 522 - What Does Sri Aurobindo Mean by Transformation of the Nature? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2021 from santosh krinskyIn setting forth a goal of transformation of the nature through the advent of the spiritual consciousness and the supramental level, Sri Aurobindo goes beyond the goals of other traditional spiritual paths which have ‘liberation’ as the goal. He describes the impact of each new manifestation of ...
Views: 584 - What Happens When They Ban a Book? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from edwin disosaGlobally, Books are written not just to facilitate reading but also to express opinions and various viewpoints. Book writing is one of the most powerful ways of communicating ones expressions and inner feelings. Not just those…Books are written to definitely represent certain groups of people. ...
Views: 1260 - What if you don’t practice Self Acceptance? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Laura SilvaSelf acceptance is a double edged sword. It has its pro and cons too like any other thing you find in this universe. Though self acceptance proves to be a very beneficial trait if implemented but it way too hazardous if not implemented or done in a wrong way. Self acceptance redeems joys and ...
Views: 1728 - What is a Mantra? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2016 from Lora DavisThe word mantra is thought to come from a root word that meant that which protects the mind. Mantras are sounds, phrase, or words that are used as objects of concentration. They are often used with meditation. With mantra meditation, you can chant the sounds internally to yourself or out ...
Views: 746 - What Is A Murderer’s Heart Made Of? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2015 from Roxana JonesSome time ago, a film director friend showed me a video anonymously sent to him. It was of the execution of a murderer who had been found guilty and sentenced to the electric chair. Those images have left a strong impact on me ever since, not so much because of their grotesque and morbid nature ...
Views: 1100 - What Is a ‘Natural” Response to Circumstances for the Human Individual? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2023 from santosh krinskyWhen we see any individual stopping to reflect, choose his line of action and make a specific, conscious determination of how to respond, we consider this action to be unnatural, stilted, and we imply that it is somehow subject to some kind of ulterior motive, and thus, tend to distrust it. ...
Views: 346 - What Is a ‘Natural” Response to Circumstances for the Human Individual? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2023 from santosh krinskyWhen we see any individual stopping to reflect, choose his line of action and make a specific, conscious determination of how to respond, we consider this action to be unnatural, stilted, and we imply that it is somehow subject to some kind of ulterior motive, and thus, tend to distrust it. ...
Views: 330 - What is Compassion? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2019 from Maetreyii Ma NolanWhen you live in appreciation of life and reverence for life, you become alive, vibrant in gratitude and joy then you move toward love and compassion. For the Divine is the source of compassion. When you develop compassion, you put real love into practice. Seeing the pain and suffering of ...
Views: 2199 - What is ego in terms of enlightenment? How do you see through the distinction of true self and ego? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWhen we go around in a belief, “I am so great or I am the smartest person in the world”, people will immediately say, “Look, he has so much of ego”, isn’t it? Even, in our day-to-day conversations, so often we pass judgements, ‘such and such person is so egoistic whereas that other person is ...
Views: 685 - What is Gods' Nature? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2023 from Dada BhagwanDo you know, to understand God’s true nature we must understand who we truly are? Yes, you’ve got it right – this indeed means that we ourselves are God! But hold it, we as in not the body or the name given to this body. That is all temporary. And God is eternal. So, ‘who is God, where is ...
Views: 297 - What Is Immortality? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2024 from santosh krinskyA common conception about immortality is that this personality, this individuality that we identify with, will somehow survive intact, maintain its existence and continuity of existence and thus, have a continuous line of memory stretching endlessly into the future. This is not, however, a ...
Views: 348 - What is it that sees through your eyes? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2012 from Bob FademThe seer is merely the power of seeing, although pure it witnesses the images of the mind. Patanjali 150 BCE When we ask ourselves the question “who am I?” most of us get simple answers. I have recently heard; me, myself and last week a fellow told me that he knows as a fact that he is a ...
Views: 888 - What Is Meant by Spontaneity and How to Apply It - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2024 from santosh krinskyThere are two types of spontaneity and each of them proceeds from a different cause and has a vastly different effect. Spontaneity is generally understood in the context of responding ‘naturally’ to situations without a lot of thinking, planning or detailed consideration of one’s actions or ...
Views: 359 - What Is Spiritual Growth? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Alicia PowerWhat is Spiritual Enquiry? What motivates a person's drive for Spiritual Growth? Alicia Power explores these vital questions so many are asking as our world is on the brink of economic and environmental uncertainty. You may possibly have had a scary moment when you were a small child. Did you ...
Views: 1026 - What is the difference between Enlightenment, Awakening and Liberation? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2024 from Dada BhagwanLiberation (Moksha) happens in two stages: Liberation of our Soul from the wrong belief of “I am John (you may insert your own name here)”, which we are carrying with us for infinite lifetimes, is the first stage of moksha! In this stage, we become free from all unhappiness, here in this life ...
Views: 272 - What Is the Difference Between Spiritual and Psychic? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2024 from santosh krinskyFirst, we must remember that Sri Aurobindo and the Mother relate the term ‘psychic’ to the soul, the aspect of the individual that maintains a direct connection with the Divine. The soul is an organising principle within the earth-consciousness and, while it maintains a connection to the Divine, ...
Views: 353 - What is the power of positivity like? Why think positive in life? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2025 from Dada BhagwanWhy should we think positive in life? Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan says, “Positive line is on the side of God and negative line is on the side of devil-evil.” The One whose mind has become permanently positive is Himself God. The Self (Soul) is towards positive and intellect is towards negative. ...
Views: 133 - What is the purpose of meditation if the goal is to get rid of the ego and attain enlightenment or God realization? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2023 from Dada BhagwanTo attain enlightenment, also known as Self-realisation, meditation alone is not sufficient, as it is often practised in the presence of the ego and can even contribute to its growth and further turmoil. However, in the path of Akram Vignan, the Self-realisation ceremony (Gnan Vidhi) plays a ...
Views: 251 - What Is the Purpose? Why Am I Alive? Is There a Meaning to Life? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2022 from santosh krinskyModern day civilisation suffers from an epidemic of ’emptiness’, a feeling that life has no meaning or purpose. This leads to various coping mechanisms such as dissipation through use of drugs or alcohol, or through consumption of mindless entertainment. For those who do not choose these ...
Views: 488 - What Is the Role and Importance of the Physical Body for the Evolution of Consciousness? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2023 from santosh krinskyWhy do we have a physical body? We undergo pain and suffering related to having a body as we age, experience illness, injury, the infirmities of old age, and eventually the process of death of the body, in some cases through very painful means. Those who conclude that the body is purely an ...
Views: 359 - What is the Role of the Spirit? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2025 from santosh krinskyPeople are always asking about the difference between spirituality and religion, as well as the difference between the mind and the spirit. The term ‘spirit’ has been used in so many different ways and contexts, that it is hard to comprehend exactly what is meant by it. When ‘spiritual ...
Views: 201 - What is the scientific definition of soul or consciousness or inner personality? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2019 from Dada BhagwanSoul is in fact an eternal element, present in our entire body, except for hair and grown nails. Soul is not a combination of chemicals and electric pulses in the brain.The most scientific definition of Soul is that, ‘The Soul is our Self.’ We may know about so many things in this world, but ...
Views: 602 - What Is the Truth? It Is All the Truth! - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2015 from Rev.William MeinsenWhen I look back on my life, like many of us do, I am not always happy with what I see. Do I have Regrets, Yes, although this a wasted emotion. I now see what the TRUTH is for me. Life is ongoing and I am forever growing spiritually and mentally. My life has gone through many changes. It ...
Views: 1154 - What Is to Be Done With Our Multiple Personalities in the Spiritual Path - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2023 from santosh krinskyThere are numerous strategies adopted by spiritual seekers throughout the ages to try to address the divergent pulls of the various aspects or ‘personalities’ within each individual. Brute force has been tried. Stoicism and resistance to the force of desire has been tried. Abandonment of the ...
Views: 351 - What Makes People More Vulnerable to Mind Control Manipulation? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2021 from Emily ScottOftentimes, people are their own worst enemy. You may be subconsciously becoming more vulnerable to mind control manipulation without even knowing it. Inner weakness distorts the way you think, act, feel, and behave. As a result, you may find yourself falling into patterns that aren’t in your ...
Views: 699 - What makes you get emotionally attached in a relationship? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2023 from Dada BhagwanIt is good to earnestly love someone. But to allow yourself to become overly emotionally attached can result in an unhealthy, troubling and even on occasions, an unnatural relationship. When you are deeply in love with someone, so much so that that person inadvertently takes over your entire ...
Views: 417 - What should you know about hair rebonding? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2019 from Natural Therapy IndiaRebonded hair remains a very easy way in which you can actually attain a desirable makeover. Hair rebonding actually makes your textured hair look smooth, shiny and is easier to maintain as well. Frizz – for most us has become the order of the day. While some of us have naturally frizzy hair, ...
Views: 967 - What Technique or Practice Is Prescribed in the Integral Yoga? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2023 from santosh krinskyit is a frequent inquiry: ‘Tell us what technique we should use to reach the spiritual goal?” Many ask what specific technique Sri Aurobindo or the Mother recommends for everyone to follow. They point out that other paths of spirituality offer specific actions one must undertake to succeed. ...
Views: 472 - What to consider when choosing a football trophy - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2018 from Nancy LeeFootball is a game of joy, pride and most importantly, victory. Hosting up your league's football trophy after winning a championship is the greatest feeling ever. In fact, chances are you’re looking for a trophy for this very purpose. If you’re searching for a football trophy for your ...
Views: 834 - What True Love Looks Like — in Real Life! - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2021 from Marcia Naomi BergerEvery society in the world praises the value of love. Love takes us beyond self-centeredness and motivates us to connect meaningfully with another. Yet, too often, the secular ideal of love emphasizes being loved, or at least receiving love in reciprocation for the love one gives. In ...
Views: 679 - What Web Is Connecting The Different Areas Of Your Life? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2015 from Jesse An Nichols GeorgeWhat threads do you have woven through the different areas of your life? What wisdom connects for you whether it is spiritual, social, cultural, intellectual? How does the mystical aspects of dreams work in your waking life? As much as many people try to keep the different areas of their ...
Views: 1016 - What Wicca Is and What It Is Not - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2020 from Morticia DruidThere are so many misunderstandings and misconceptions about Wicca. This is due to some books that say that there is only one God (the Christian God) and that all other Gods are demons. This is not true. Let’s start with what Wicca is: Wicca is a polytheistic religion focusing upon ...
Views: 827 - What You're NOT Hearing About the Coronavirus That Will Save Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2020 from Janeska Smith-AsanteBACKGROUND & WHERE DO WE START… I’m sure you’ve heard more in the last month than you’ve ever thought you needed to know about Coronavirus. Some of that information is valid. Some is not. In this day and age, we get bombarded by information that MAY or MAY NOT be true. What we need to ...
Views: 1040 - What Your Guru is Not Telling You About Karma - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2012 from Scott & Stephen PetulloWe define karma as everything you say, do, or intend coming back to you in equal measure, mostly from past lives. What you do now will likely come back to you in a future life, not in your immediate future. Everyone has endured a negative experience relating to career, relationships, family, ...
Views: 1666 - What's Sacred Intimacy? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Teri GoetzWe all lead busy lives. No doubt. The problem with living busy lives is that we forget, sometimes, about the living part. Part of living is in the everyday interaction. It’s seeing the person whose eyes you avoid as you walk down the street, or the waitress who served you, the person who ...
Views: 1556 - Whats The Difference: Psychic, Physical, Mental, Evidential Mediumship? - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Lisa BoussonThere’s quite a bit of confusion when deciding what type of reader one needs. What would best serve your purposes? Here’s a simple cheat sheet… A psychic is someone who through clairvoyance, clairaudience, or clairsentience (clear seeing, clear hearing and clear feeling, respectively) is able ...
Views: 2340 - What’s Believing Got to do With It? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Cathy EckMy life did a U-turn the day that I noticed the word belief contains the word “lie” within it. I’m sure people notice that all the time and consider it coincidental. I felt that it was an important clue to the truth left by some wise ones from the past. Many people share their beliefs as if ...
Views: 1419 - What’s the Use of Seeking to Have Spiritual Experiences? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2023 from santosh krinskyPutting aside the ‘allurement factor’ of having some kind of special, unusual, extraordinary type of experience, which is clearly a way to feed the ego-personality, we come to the actual benefits of such experiences. There are cases where an individual is leading a perfectly ordinary life in the ...
Views: 435 - When Information Technology Attacks? - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Peter WendtAfter several decades of computerization, most people enjoy a life that is almost free from problems with the information technology that is administered by others on their behalf. Public institutions and private companies have improved systems and processes to the point where glitches and ...
Views: 1050 - When Offering Prayers Improve your Concentration - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2018 from Marghoob Bin SafdarThere is no uncertainty and doubt that Salah is the obligatory and fundamental elements of the Islamic faith. This is farz worship and every Muslim offer the Salah regularly five times a day and represent his or her obedience to Allah. That’s why the significance of the Salah can’t be denied in ...
Views: 1681 - When Paradoxical Client Comes to Psychologist - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2020 from Andriana ElohaThis is the situation that is usually not talked about openly and publicly. And yet, this is the very situation most Psychotherapists, Counsellors and Coaches are quite familiar with and must be able to recognize on the spot whenever it presents itself. This way they don’t waste their quality ...
Views: 735 - When the Fire Has Consumed All Its Fuel - by Submitted on May 07, 2023 from santosh krinskySri Aurobindo translates Shwetashwatara Upanishad, Chapter Six, Verse 19: “Who hath neither parts nor works, for He is utterly tranquil, faultless, stainless, therefore He is the one great bridge that carrieth us over to Immortality, even as when a fire hath burnt up all its fuel.” When we ...
Views: 445 - When the Psychic Being Comes Forward to Direct the External Nature - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2023 from santosh krinskyThere is a considerable difference in effective results from the psychic being having an influence, essentially from ‘behind’ the surface nature, on the actions of the life in the external world, and what Sri Aurobindo and the Mother designate as the psychic being ‘coming forward’. Until the ...
Views: 375 - Where Do Desires Come From? - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2025 from santosh krinskyWe feel a desire and try to fulfil it. It may be a desire or craving for some type of food or drink, or for a particular object of material enjoyment, or it may be a sexual desire, or a desire for companionship, excitement, or any other vital drive that wells up in us. In some cases we try to ...
Views: 71 - Where Does Desire Come From? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2022 from santosh krinskyEveryone experiences the tug of desire. We observe something and suddenly we want to have it. We experience something pleasant and we want to have it happen once again. Sometimes we feel a sudden urge for something after being exposed to a commercial message. At other times we can simply be in a ...
Views: 612 - Where is the Sub-Conscious Mind Located? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Rajah SharmaWhere is the Sub-Conscious Mind Located? Most people know that the root cause for our struggles is in the sub conscious mind. We all are aware that we have a conscious and a sub conscious mind and the sub conscious mind is the powerful one of the two. Most of the time we are on cruise control ...
Views: 3655 - Where's the Love? - by Submitted on May 17, 2019 from Mary HorsmanMy friend and I had a great conversation the other day about understanding unpleasant interactions with other people. Sometimes we have experiences that make us wonder...“Where’s the Love? ” When we cross paths with someone who treats us unkindly, it’s easy to get upset and actually take ...
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